- Overview
- Property Details
- Location
Tucked back and set high on a hillside in Shimmo. This peaceful oasis is a true Nantucket retreat surrounded by tranquil gardens, stone walls, mature landscaping, large bluestone patio, and wrap around porch. Unique architectural details and fine craftsmanship are exemplified in the curvature of the walls, transoms and built-ins. The kitchen opens to the dining room and vaulted living area. The open floor plan easily flows via French doors to the wrap around porch. First Floor master bed room. Powder room. The second floor has a sitting area, library with built-in book shelves, wet bar, two bedrooms, office, and full bathroom. A dramatic curved loft area is incorporated into the living spaces and a custom built helix ship ladder dramatically flows through the loft to the widows walk. Expansive views from widows walk to Great Point. There are two parking areas and a large side yard. There is approximately 1,400 sf of ground cover available. Town Sewer is available in Gardner Road. The seller is a MA licensed real estate broker.
First Floor
The entryway opens to wide plank ash floors, powder room and coat closet. Open floor plan with kitchen, vaulted living room and a dining room that comfortably seats 8. Dramatic views from the living room up to the more intimate second floor living space, ships ladder and loft. The master suite has a walk-in closet with laundry, and full bath. French doors in the living room and side door open to a wrap around porch. Carefully curated plantings provide shade and privacy. Outdoor shower for a rinse after the beach. Nest Protect Smart Smoke Alarm and Thermostats.
Second Floor
The second floor landing has custom built bookshelves, a sitting area, and wet bar with fridge. The helix ladder was designed and built by a shipwright in the St. Lawrence River Valley. It curves through the hourglass 'roost' to the roof walk access. There is a full bath on the second floor, two bedrooms and an office (or fourth bedroom) accessed by custom built curved doors. Even the transom window glass above the doors is curved to fit.
- Selling Date 10/25/2019
- Listed Date 7/26/2019
- Days on Market 91
- % To Listing Price 94
- Total Rooms 7
- Total Beds 3
- Full Baths 2
- Half Baths 1
- Lot Size 0.84 acres
- Year Built 1978
- Year Renovated 2000
- Second Dwelling Yes
- Zoning LUG1
- Views D/Hbr, None
16 Gardner Road - Sales History
Location
What we like about Shimmo
Almost all homeowners in Shimmo are granted deeded access to the water. The location offers a reprieve from the hustle and bustle of Downtown, while still being close enough to easily get to and from.
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